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The Texas Financial Aid Information Center (TFAIC) is a free public service available to all Texas students and families. We can help you understand the college admission process and your financial aid options.

One call could help change your family’s future.

We have the answers.

TFAIC is sponsored by TG and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board

TFAIC Customer Assistance service hours are 8 am - 6 pm Monday-Thursday, 8 am - 5 pm Friday.

El Texas Financial Aid Information Center (TFAIC) es un servicio público gratuito disponible para todas las familias y estudiantes de Texas. Podemos ayudarle a comprender el proceso de admisión a las universidades de Texas, y también a cómo solicitar la ayuda económica federal y estatal.

Es una llamada que podría cambiar el futuro de su familia.

¡Podemos ayudarle!

El TFAIC está patrocinado por TG y el Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.

El horario del TFAIC es de 8:00 a.m. a 6:00 p.m. de lunes a jueves, y de 8:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m. los viernes (CT - hora central).

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AEROSPACE AND AVIATION Careers at NASA Johnson Space Center 351 D 11

ARTS Careers in Arts and Cultural Arts 351 B 11Careers in Culinary Arts 351 A 11Careers in Fashion 351 C 11Careers in Graphic Design 351 F 12Careers in Media Arts 351 E 12

BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CAREERS A Day in the Life of an Engineer 381 A/B 12Careers in Banking 371 A 12Business Career Choices 371 B 12Careers in and with Foreign Languages 361 D 13Careers in Forensic Science: The Real CSI 381 C 13Careers in the Geosciences 371 D 13Careers in Government 371 E 13Legal Professions 361 F 14Rewarding Careers in Social Services 371 C 14Careers at YMCA 371 F 14

CAREERS IN EDUCATION 372 A 14

COLLEGE INFORMATION FOR STUDENTS AND PARENTS Continuing Education: ESOL and GED 361 C 15 Continuing Education: Careers in Cosmetology 361 C 15 Immigrant Students: Opportunities for 370 A/B/D/E/F 15 Higher Education, (State Law Financial Aid and College Admissions SB 1528) Information for Parents of College Bound 370 C 15 Students (Información para padres sobre las Carreras Universitarias de sus Hijos)Parent 101: Empowering Parents to Become 361 A 16 College AdvisorsWoman to Woman - College and 361 A 16 Career Planning Man to Man - College and Career Planning 361 A 16 Paying for Your Careers (Disability, 361 B 16 Veteran, & Others)College Pathways to a Bachelor’s Degree 362 D 16

CAREER PATHS AT TEXAS COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES Benefits of Attending a Community College 320 F 16Path to an Education / Camino a la 330 A/B 16 Universidad (4-year College)Student Life at a Community College 320 B 17United States Service Academies 372 D 17 Air Force Academy, Coast Guard Academy, Merchant Marine Academy, Military Academy, and Naval Academy

QUICK GUIDE TO PANEL SESSIONS

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MEDIA ARTS Careers in Journalism: 362 A 17 Television and Print ProfessionalsCareers in Radio Broadcasting and Production 362 B 17

MEDICAL AND HEALTH PROFESSIONS Careers in Adolescent Medicine, 340 A 18 Adolescent Health, and Career Paths in Social Work and Nutrition Health Professions at The University of 340 B 18 Texas Health Science Center at Houston

MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL SESSIONS Academic Profile/Perfil Académico – 320 C 18 Prepare for College Anti-Bullying 320 E 18 Career Exploration 320 A 19College Opportunities in High School 320 D 19

OTHER Building Strong Communities – Community 361 E 19 Service Volunteers Working Toward a Better AmericaLatino Students Sharing Experiences of 352 D 19 their Journeys to CollegePadres Responsables ¿Culpables o 342 D 19 No Culpables? Today’s Choices for Tomorrow’s Success 342 A 20

RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY Bilingual Computer Training 350 B 20Careers in Oil and Gas for the 21st Century 350 C 20Process Technology, An Education that Pay$ 350 A 20Science, Technology, Engineering and Math – 350 F 21 STEM in the Oil and Gas Business

TG COLLEGE ADMISSIONS AND FINANCIAL AID PLAZA Admissions and FAFSA Online Computer Lab 360 B/C/E/F 23 Financial Aid Basics 350 D/E 23Get Financially Savvy 350 D/E 23Admissions and Financial Aid Counseling: 360 A/D 23 Get Help Now! (Pre-Lab)Free Tax Preparation / Preparación de 360 B/C/E/F 24 Impuestos Gratis

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Philosophy

VisionTo be the premier resource for Hispanic students and families as they pursue educational and career goals.

Mission The Houston Hispanic Forum is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization focused on improving Hispanic achievement in the greater Houston area through information and dialogue, service, collaborations, and promoting awareness of educational issues affecting Hispanics.

Values • Givingbacktothecommunity • Organizationalintegrityandtransparency • Collaborationwithorganizationswithstrongreputations • Educationisthemostimportantvehicleforselfimprovement • Educationisanindividualright • Equalityofopportunity • AppreciationofHispanicheritageaspartoftheorganization

Goals • Toserveasanorganized,non-partisangroupofconcernedindividualswho provide leadership, vitality and unity among Hispanics.

• Toenhance,strengthenandrecognizetheimageofHispanics.

• ToactasaliaisonforHispanicinterestswithconstituentindividualsandgroups in the city, state, and nation.

• ToassistHispanicyouthdeveloptheirtalentsandabilitiesandhelpthemachieve their professional and personal goals.

• Toprovideameansforeducationalgrowthandhelptothecommunityatlarge.

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8:30 AM to 9:30 AM – Exhibit Hall B3, Third Floor

Musical Entertainment Sam Houston State University Jazz Ensemble Aric Schneller - Director

Welcome and Introduction Henry Pastrano, HHF Vice President, Agency Field Executive, of Emcee State Farm Insurance

Emcee Art Rascon, News Anchor, KTRK-TV Channel 13 and Emmy Award winning reporter

Presentation of Colors Stephen F. Austin High School Army JROTC Color Guard Major (RET.) James K. Jones, Instructor Pledge of Allegiance Kylee Dawson, 6th grade student, David Crockett Middle School Speech/Drama Teacher - Allison Hill, Ft. Bend ISD Invocation Marcello Marini, former Public Affairs Director, KTMD-TV 47 Telemundo, Division of NBC Universal

Mayor’s Message Annise Parker, Mayor, City of Houston

Keynote Speaker Brigadier General Joe E. Ramirez, Jr., Commandant of the Texas A&M University’s Corps of Cadets, a native Houstonian and alumnus of Stephen F. Austin High School, Houston ISD

Educational Message Dr. William Flores, President, University of Houston-Downtown

Sponsor Message Ivan A. Andarza, Chair, TG Board of Directors

Introduction of former 2005 Norma Lopez, Sam Houston State University, Class of 2011 Student Ambassador

BP Scholarship Presentation Alonso Mago, Reservior Engineer, Pompano & Marlin Base Management - Deep Water, BP Houston Community College Dr. Diana Pino, Vice Chancellor for Student Services, HCC Scholarship Presentation Luis Ruiz, Marketing Manager, Kroger

HHF Welcoming Message and Ramiro G. Fonseca, President, Houston Hispanic Forum Recognition Major Sponsors, Special Guests and Board of Directors Special Instructions Melissa Y. Martinez, HHF Board Member, Director of College Access and Scholarships, Project Grad

Dismissal to Panel Sessions Students in Grades 9, 10, 11, and 12 proceed to the Panel Sessions Students in Grades 6, 7, and 8 remain seated for the Middle School Program

Opening Ceremonies

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8:00 AM to 9:45 AM Opening Ceremonies Exhibit Hall B3, 3rd Floor

9:45 AM to 10:30 AM Middle School Program, Exhibit Hall B3

10:00 AM to 1:00 PM Panel Sessions, Meeting Rooms, Third Floor Students and parents are encouraged to attend the panel sessions. Please consult the Color Panel Guide for topics. A map of the third floor and panel guide are presented in the center of this book. Please arrive on time, as you will not be allowed to interrupt sessions in progress.

10:30 AM to 1:00 PM Lunch, George Bush Ballroom, Third Floor Sponsored by: Texas Southern University

Drinks: Courtesy of Rice University

Lunch Entertainment: Ambassadors International Ballet Folklorico – Nelly Fraga, Director Artistic Director: Belen Cazarez Las Americas Ballet Folklorico Jack Velasquez, B.A., Public Relations Artistic Director: Gustavo Gallardo, M.Ed. Mariachi Hermosura Juvenil Eva Rosas, Director Artistic Director: Jose Longoria Texas Salsa Congress Dancers Artistic Directors: Vanessa Pinon Lauro Lopez

Lunch #1 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM All middle school students and parents (un-marked programs)

Lunch #2 11:15 AM – 12:00 Noon All 9th grade students and parents (un-marked programs)

Lunch #3 12:00 Noon – 12:30 PM All 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students and parents

(red-marked programs)

Lunch #4 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM All 10th, 11th and 12th grade students and parents (black-marked programs)

10:00 AM to 3:00 PM Exhibit Area open in Hall A3, Third Floor High school students may visit the Exhibit Area from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Middle school students may visit the Exhibit Area from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Free Tax Preparation / Preparación de Impuestos (if you meet the qualifications) Room 360 B/C/E/F

10:00 AM to 3:00 PM The TG College Admissions and Financial Aid Information Plaza on the 3rd floor. Juniors, seniors and parents are invited to stop by to learn more about college financing. Fill out your FAFSA Form online. Go online to fill out your Apply Texas Application Form. Learn more about how to enter the college of your choice.

8:30 AM to 3:00 PM Free childcare in Room 310 F, 3rd floor, for children under 6th grade.

What to do at Career Day

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10:00 a.m. – 10:05 a.m. Middle School Program begins, Exhibit Hall B 3 Phylisse’ London, Counselor, Galena Park ISD

10:06 a.m. - 10:16 a.m. Tyrone Smith First and Goal, Inc., CEO and President, former San Francisco 49er 10:17 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. S. Wilson Hall Singer, Writer, Composer of Houston, Texas “The World Greatest” by R. Kelly

10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Lunch is served - sponsored by Texas Southern University Drinks - courtesy of Rice University

George Bush Ballroom (3rd floor)

Middle and High School Panel Sessions

11:00 AM – 12:00 NOON Academic Profile/Perfil Académico (bilingual) – Room 320 C 12:00 NOON – 1:00 PM

11:00 AM to 12:00 NOON Career Exploration – Room 320 A

12:00 NOON to 1:00 PM College Opportunities in High School – Room 320 D

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Today’s Choices for Tomorrow’s Success – Room 320 E 11:00 AM to 12:00 NOON 12:00 NOON to 1:00 PM

1:10 PM – 3:00PM Middle School students may attend general panel sessions and Exhibit Hall on 3rd floor

Middle School Program

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Panels 11-21

Exhibitors 25

2010-2011 Houston Hispanic Forum Board of Directors 26

Our Generous Contributors 30

Sponsor Logos 32

Career and Education Day Media Acknowledgment 33

Student Questionnaire 35

Houston Hispanic Forum Membership Application 37

Panelists 39

Planning Committee 45

FAFSA Information 48

Important Information

Toqualifyforaprizedrawing,astudentmustattendthree(3)panelsessions.TheStudent Questionnaire form in the

back of the program book should be stamped at the end of each panel session to verify attendance. Further, if the

Student Questionnaire is dropped in the survey box, you will get a coupon for a FREE pizza from

Disclaimer: The Houston Hispanic Forum (HHF) is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization promoting awareness, understanding, and dialogue about the

issues affecting the Hispanic Community and the community at large. HHF reserves the right to refuse any applicant for exhibit space at Career and

Education Day (CED). HHF further reserves the right to restrict displays or exhibits which, because of noise, methods of operation, materials, or for any

reason, including but not limited to being deemed offensive or inappropriate for CED and the target age group and audience, become objectionable.

HHF also reserves the right to restrict, prohibit and/or remove any display or exhibit that, in the opinion of HHF, detracts from the general character or

the appearance of the exposition. In the event of such restrictions, prohibition or removal, HHF will not be liable for any refunds and/or other exhibit

expenses. Additionally, the materials, whether displays, exhibits, or otherwise, at CED do not reflect the views, policies, opinions, or endorsement of HHF,

and HHF makes no representation concerning and does not guarantee the source, originality, accuracy, completeness or reliability of any statement,

information, data, finding, interpretation, advice, opinion, or view presented.

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Careers at NASA Johnson Space CenterCoordinator: Julie MulesRoom 351 D

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM George Salazar John Cobarruvias Debbie Trainor

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM John Cobarruvias Debbie Trainor George Salazar Carlos Pagan

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM George Salazar Aaron Paz Alma Stephanie Tapia

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM George Salazar Aaron Paz Alma Stephanie Tapia

Careers in Arts and Cultural Arts (Courtesy of MECA – Multicultural Education and Counseling through the Arts)

Coordinator: Alice ValdezRoom 351 B

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Ballet Folklorico Director/Performer – Julio Lopez Visual Artist/Educator – Diana Muñiz Actor/Arts Administrator/Educator – Richard Reyes Arts Administrator/Houston Arts Alliance – Crystal Benavides Moderator: Liz Salinas

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Author – Gwendolyn ZepedaActor/Arts Administrator/Educator – Richard ReyesBallet Folklorico Director/Performer —Julio LopezVisual Artist/Educator – Diana Muñiz

Moderator: Liz Salinas

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Performing Artist Vocalist – Vanessa Cerda AlonzoRadio/NPR – Elizabeth Bailey SosaDancer/Choreographer – Armando SilvaInstrumental Music Educator/Mariachi – Maria Sandoval

Moderator: Armando Silva

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Accordianist-Los Pistoleros; Music Educator – Robert RodriguezPerforming Artist Vocalist – Vanessa Cerda AlonzoEthnomusicologist/(Chicano Music Studies/Mariachi) – Estevan Azcona, PhDDancer/Choreographer – Armando Silva

Moderator: Armando Silva

Careers in Culinary Arts (Courtesy of The Art Institute of Houston)

Coordinator: Jasmine CeleitaRoom 351 A

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM12:00 PM – 1:00 PM, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Learn about fields of study specializing in the following: Baking & Pastry (AAS), Restaurant & Catering Management (AAS), Culinary Arts (AAS), Culinary Management (BS), Food & Beverage Management (BS)

Presenter: Sandra Cook

Careers in Fashion (Courtesy of The Art Institute of Houston)

Coordinator: Jasmine CeleitaRoom 351 C


Learn about careers in Fashion Design (BFA), Fashion & Retail Management (BS)

Presenter: Brittany Swatzell

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Careers in Graphic Design(Courtesy of The Art Institute of Houston and Houston Community College)

Coordinator: Jasmine Celeita

Room 351 F


Learn about careers in Graphic Design (BFA), Interior Design (BFA), Design & Technical Graphics (BS)

Presenters: Kelly Bennett and Reginald Leathers

Careers in Media Arts(Courtesy of The Art Institute of Houston and Houston Community College)

Coordinator: Jasmine CeleitaRoom 351 E


Learn about careers in media arts which include: Animation (BFA), Visual Effects & Motion Graphics (BS), Web Design & Interactive Media (BFA), Audio Production (BS), Digital Filmmaking & Video Production(BFA), Photography (BFA)

Presenter: Joe Francisco and Reni Abraham

A Day in the Life of an Engineer (Courtesy of the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers, SHPE–Houston Chapter)

Coordinator and Moderator: Isaac Tapia Room 381 A

Come see and hear what engineers do on a daily basis. SHPE members/volunteers will present what they do on a daily basis, to help students understand what it will take to become an engineer, and answer yourquestions.

10:00 AM–11:00 AM, 11:00 AM –12:00 PM12:00 PM – 1:00 PM, 1:00 PM –2:00 PM

You will hear from a:Mechanical Engineer Petroleum EngineerAerospace Engineer GeophysicistCivil Engineer Electrical Engineer Presenters: Jesse Lobos Jesse Ramos Isaac Tapia

Careers in Banking(Courtesy of Wells Fargo Bank)

Coordinator and Moderator: Erica ContrerasRoom 371 A

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Senior Legal Counsel – Reuben Casarez Senior Relationship Associate – Eric Gonzales

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Business Relationship Manager – Kicker Cardenas Industry Specialist – Michelle Valencia Senior Trust Administrator – Olga Villaseñor

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Vice President International Group – Elvia Daley Business Banking Manager – Oscar Martinez

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Personal Banker – Roberto Hernandez Store Manager – Luis Guerra

Business Career Choices(Courtesy of National Society of Hispanic MBAs)

Coordinator: Mickie TreviñoRoom 371 B

10:00 AM – 11:00 AMCareers in Human Resources

Hiring – Nancy MolinaHuman Resource Manager – Adriana HoltRecruiter – Carlos A. FernandezTalentAcquisition–WillieFrench

Moderator: Emmy Hernandez

11:00 AM – 12:00 NOONCareers in Finance/Banking & Accounting Auditor - Richard Martinez Finance Manager – Melissa Marchand Tax Consultant – Juan Betencourt Director – Oscar Garza

Moderator: Gabriel Rodela

12:00 PM – 1:00 PMManagement, Strategy & Operations Business Administration Department Chair – Dr. Rudy Soliz LTSA Project Manager – Guillermo SuarezManagerofOperations–DianaL.Vasquez Project Manager – Juan Cruz

Moderator: Marie Bergeron

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1:00 PM – 2:00 PMMarketing, Public Relations & Sales Marketing – Cesar Saldivia Marketing Manager – Daniel Velasco Strategic Marketing Analyst – Ana Mena

Careers in and with Foreign Languages(Courtesy of Sam Houston State University)

Coordinator: Debra Andrist, Ph.D.Room 361 D

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Careers in/with Foreign Languages – Dr. Debra D. AndristPacific Rim Languages – Drs. Zong Ping Peng and Shamshad ZaidiGermanic, French and Arabic Languages – Drs. James Frankki, Shirin Edwin and Professor Rafik SlamaSpanish–Drs.RafaelSaumellMuñoz,Enrique Mallén, Kay Raymond, Frieda Koeninger, Al Policarpo and Professor Ray Rentería

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Careers in Education: Curriculum and Instruction – Dr. Bobby EzellBecoming an Elementary or Secondary Teacher

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Careers in Education: Language, Literacy and Special Populations, particularly bilingual/ESL teaching, elementary education and special education

Dr. Helen BergDr. Mary Petrón

Careers in Forensic Science: The Real CSI (Courtesy of Sam Houston State University, College of Criminal Justice)

Coordinator and Moderator: David Gangitano, Ph.D.Room 381 B

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PMParticipants will gain an understanding of the major disciplines of forensic science, what forensic scientists actually do, and how to pursue a career in forensic science.

Introduction: Careers in Forensic Science —David Gangitano, Ph.D.

Forensic Biology: DNA and Beyond — Shahida Flores, B.S.

Forensic Chemistry: Drugs, Toxicology, Trace Evidence and More — Francisco Ortiz, B.S.

Physical Science: Fingerprints, Firearms, Investigations and Bones — Mallory Foster, B.S.

Careers in the Geosciences What’s Down There? Coring the Earth-GeoFORCE Team(Courtesy of Shell Oil)

Coordinators: Michael Alvarez and Lindsay Stephens

Moderators: Ericka Rice and Michael AlvarezRoom 371 D


Learn about career opportunities in the Geosciences field. What’s Down There? Coring the Earth… The GeoFORCE Team we will set up a hands-on learning activity that involves making your own core sample.

Presenters:Mantez A. McDonald Paul Ontiveros

Careers in GovernmentCoordinator and Moderator: John L. MartinezRoom 371 E

10:00 AM–11:00 AMEnsuring Homeland Security for the Houston Postal Service – Armando Entenza

Skills needed to Manage an office for 1/2 the Country – David Garza

Planning and Developing, City of Houston – Diana Ponce De Leon

Working for the DEA – Pedro Ayarzagoitia

11:00 AM– 12:00 PMWhat it takes working for the U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Service – Jimmy Jackson

How to become an OSHA Safety Specialist – Mark Hernandez

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Investigator Qualifications for the DOL – Johnny Rodriguez

Ensuring Homeland Security for the Houston Postal Service – Armando Entenza

Planning and Developing, City of Houston – Misty A. Staunton

12:00 PM – 1:00 PMWhat it takes working for the U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Service – Jimmy Jackson

How to become an OSHA Safety Specialist – Mark Hernandez

Investigator Qualifications for the DOL –Johnny Rodriguez


Planning and Developing, City of Houston –Misty A. Staunton

1:00 PM – 2:00 PMEnsuring Homeland Security for the Houston Postal Service – Armando Entenza


Planning and Developing, City of Houston –Diana Ponce De Leon

Working for the DEA – Pedro Ayarzagoitia

Legal ProfessionsCoordinator and Moderator: Judge Lamar McCorkleRoom 361 F

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PMAttorney – Itze Soliz-MatthewsFormer Presiding Judge Municipal Court Judge –Honorable Berta MejiaSr. Corporate Attorney – Greg LunaAttorney in Private Practice – Renato Santos

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PMLaw Professor/Municipal Court Judge – Ana OteroAttorney – Itze Soliz-MatthewsSr. Litigation and Operation Council Associate – Jerry GarciaAttorney – Sergio Selvera

Rewarding Careers in Social Services (Courtesy of DePelchin Children’s Center)

Coordinator and Moderator: Patricia MartinezRoom 371 C

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM , 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Counseling Careers — Helping Others for a Living Gaye Schaefer, M.A., LPC

Careers in Emotional Well-being — Working with Families Maria Lemus, M.S., LMFT

Careers at YMCA(Courtesy of the YMCA of Greater Houston )

Coordinator and Moderator: Gena Babineaux

Room 371 F

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 11:00 AM – 12:00 NOON12:00 NOON – 1:00 PM, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Learn about careers at the YMCA: YMCA Day Camp Counselor Lifeguard Child Care Counselor

Presenters: Marie Arcos, DeAndra Edwards, Lee Elliott, Joe Gomez, Gloria Guzman, Gina Martinez Peterson, Liz Ramos.

Careers in Education(Courtesy of Houston Counseling Association)

Coordinator: Karen J. JonesRoom 372 A

10:00 AM -11:00 AMHigh School Administrator – Daniel Sheppard Community College Operations Officer – Dr. Diana Gonzalez-Castillo Solutions for Change Therapist – Debra Rimmer-Mayorga High School Spanish Teacher – Martin Saucedo

11:00 AM -12:00 PMCommunity College Operations Officer – Dr. Diana Gonzalez-Castillo High School Math Teacher – Patricia McMorrisHigh School Administrator – Daniel SheppardSolutions for Change Therapist – Debra Rimmer-Mayorga

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12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Middle School Counselor – Sharon Takahashi High School Math Teacher – Patricia McMorrisHigh School Spanish Teacher – Martin Saucedo Solutions for Change Therapist – Debra Rimmer-Mayorga

1:00PM - 2:00 PMMiddle School Counselor – Sharon TakahashiHigh School Spanish Teacher – Martin Saucedo High School Counselor – Yolanda C. Lewis

Continuing Education: ESOL & GED(Courtesy of Lone Star College System)

Coordinator: Nadia NazarenkoRoom 361 C

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Continuing Education: Careers in Cosmetology(Courtesy of Lone Star College System)

Coordinator: Room 361 C

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Immigrant Students: Opportunities for Higher Education (State Law SB 1528 - Financial Aid and College Admissions)

Coordinators: David Johnston, Ivonne Moreira, Alejandra Rincón, Ph.D, Cynthia Santos and Donajih Robles

Moderators: Omar Lopez, Yadira Lopez and Sandy Christian ReyesRoom: 370 A/B/D/E/F

10 AM – 11:00 AM General Session:

Applying to college under SB 1528 – Silvia Valdez and Patricia Santos

Apply for financial aid under SB 1528 – Maria Luna-Torres

Scholarship information for SB 1528 – Kenneth J. Schipper Legalization of immigrant students--Updates on the DREAM ACT – Christian Reyes

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM General Session:

Applying to college under SB 1528 – Tara Monson and Linda Patlan

Apply for financial aid under SB 1528 – Maria Luna-Torres

Scholarship information for SB 1528 – Kenneth J. Schipper Legalization of immigrant students--Updates on the DREAM ACT – Edilsa Lopez

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Special Programs for Immigrant Students

Juanel SippioRene Garcia Lettie Raab Amparo Isaza-Navarrete MonicaPiquet-RodriguezRebecca Treviño

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM General Session:

Applying to college under SB 1528 – Guadalupe Cantu

Apply for financial aid under HB SB 1528 – Angelica Vega

Scholarship information for SB 1528 students – Marlene Rubin, M. Ed.

Legalization of immigrant students--Updates on the DREAM ACT – Betty McGinnis

Information for Parents of College Bound Students (Información para Padres sobre las Carreras Universitarias de sus Hijos)Coordinator: Patricia I. CabreraRoom 370 C

10:00 AM – 11:00 AMPlanning for Graduation and Beyond: Steps to Success – Sara Rodriguez, Albert Perez, Matthew RosasSession presented in English with Spanish Interpreter

11:00 AM – 12:00 PMHow to Obtain Financial Assistance for Your Child’s University – Roseann BlancoSession presented in English with Spanish Interpreter

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12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Preparing Your Child for College – Alma LaraSession presented in English with Spanish Interpreter

1:00 PM – 2:00 PMEl Plan de Graduación para una Carrera Universitaria-Dinorah RamosSesión presentada en Español

Parent 101: Empowering Parents to Become College Advisors(Courtesy of Lone Star College System)

Coordinator and Moderator: Juan B. GarciaRoom 361 A

10:00 AM – 11:00 AMDebra Britton Juan B. GarcíaRito Silva

“Woman to Woman”- College and Career Planning(Courtesy of Lone Star College System)

Coordinator and Moderator: Nadia NazarenkoRoom 361 A

11:00 AM – 12:00 PMLiz MaloneyNadia NazarenkoMartha Neely

“Man to Man”- College and Career Planning(Courtesy of Lone Star College System)

Coordinator and Moderator: Elvis ParadaRoom 361 A

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Jack HernandezRichard LewisElvis Parada

Paying for Your Careers (Disability, Veteran and others)(Courtesy of Lone Star College System)

Coordinator: Ana MorosRoom 361 B

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Barbara DeBenedictisJohn DentonAna Moros

College Pathways to a Bachelor’s Degree(Courtesy of Lone Star College System)

Coordinator: Rosario Martinez-Castillo, Ph.D.Room 362 D

12:00 PM – 1:00 PMRosario Martinez-CastilloVeronica RivasDebra Britton

Benefits of Attending a Community College(Courtesy of Houston Community College)

Coordinator: Rodney McLaurinModerator: Dr. Diana PinoRoom 320 F


According to the College Board, 46 percent of all college students attend a community college. Attend this information session and learn why every student graduating from high school should always consider a community college as their first choice in pursuing higher education.

Session topics:Workforce Programs – Dr. Reynaldo Garay Affordability and Financial Aid – Paul NegreteStudent Life/Recreational Sports – Troy Jefferson

Path to an Education / Camino a la UniversidadCoordinator: Elma GonzalezModerator: Roderick JonkinsRoom 330 A/B


Why go to College? – Lettie RaabChoosing a College – Alvin Johnson, Jr. and Guillermo Rodriguez Applying to College – Linda Patlan Paying for College – Eric Andrews

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Student Life at a Community College(Courtesy of Houston Community College)

Coordinator: Rodney McLaurinRoom 320 B


Hear from student life coordinators about life on the campus of a community college. Learn about student activities, student government and other activities that contribute to the most rewarding college experience.

Presenters:Tiffany FlenoyLorie FreemanTara WebbRegina Wilson

Opportunities at the United States Service AcademiesU.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, U.S. Military Academy, U. S. Naval Academy

Coordinator: Mary OgdenModerator: Rick MawdsleyRoom 372 D


Session Content:•FivePointedStarVideo - Overview of Academies’ Programs - Curriculum, Academy Life & Career Opportunities

•PanelDiscussionandQuestion&AnswerPeriod-FocusonAdmissionRequirements,AcademyLife & Career Opportunities and Commitment

Presenters:Mary OgdenRick Mawdsley

Careers in Journalism –Television and Print Professions (Courtesy of Houston Association of Hispanic Media Professionals - HAHMP)

Coordinator: Sybil Monciváis Sánchez Moderator: Jaime R. MartinezRoom 362 A

10:00 AM – 11:00 AMNews Anchor – Bill Balleza News Reporter – Erik Barajas Spanish News Anchor/Reporter – Daniel Morales News Reporter – Alexander Sanz

11:00 AM – 12:00 PMProducer/Reporter – María Corrales Managing Editor – Jesús Del ToroProducer – Tiffany Rubio-Maxian News Reporter –- Alexander Sanz

12:00 PM – 1:00 PMReporter–NefertitiJáquezOn-Air Talent – Nayeli Escamilla Weather Anchor – Carlos Alejandro Robles

1:00 PM – 2:00 PMAlternate Host & Co-Executive Producer – Claudia Deschamps Show Host & Executive Producer – Mariné Hernández

Careers in Radio Broadcasting & ProductionCoordinator:JasonVasquezRoom 362 B

10:00 AM – 11:00 AMPromotions Coordinator – Clarissa RodriguezProduction/ Creative Director – Alberto RodriguezClientServicesDirector–NestorEnriquez

Moderator: Julio Martinez

11:00 AM – 12:00 PMMorning Show Host – Eli EscobarAfternoon Drive Host – Dave MoralesMorning Show Host – Ivan Trujillo

Moderator: Liz Becerril

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12:00 PM – 1:00 PMProduction/Creative Director – Nelson VanegasPublisher – Lolbe CoronaProducer/On-Air Talent/Board Operator – Mario Gomez

Moderator:NestorEnriquez

1:00 PM – 2:00 PMDJ – Dave MoralesBoard Operator – Julio Martinez PromotionsDirector–JasonVasquez

Moderator:JasonVasquez

Careers in Adolescent Medicine, Adolescent Health and Career Paths in Social Work and Nutrition(Courtesy of Baylor College of Medicine)

Coordinator: Albert C. Hergenroeder, MDRoom 340 A

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

You will hear from graduate students in several fields including nutrition, nursing, public health, or social work and physicians will present their career choice to work with teenagers specifically. This session is intended for those interested in health careers specifically working with youth and young adults with a variety of medical and other problems.

Presenters:Graduate Students and fellow from the Baylor College of Medicine, Leadership Education in Adolescent Health Training Program (LEAH)

Health Professions at UT-Health Science Center at Houston Coordinator and Moderator: Margo Melchor, RDH, M.Ed.Room 340 B

10:00 AM – 11:00 AMSchool of Nursing – Dr. Elda RamirezGraduate School of Biomedical Sciences – Dr. Tom GokaDental Branch (Cosmetic Dentistry) – Dr. Joe Ontiveros

11:00 AM – 12:00 PMGraduate School of Biomedical Research – Dr. Tom GokaSchool of Health Information Sciences – Dr. Jorge Herskovic Dental Branch (Cosmetic Dentistry) – Dr. Joe Ontiveros School of Nursing – Dr. Elda Ramirez

12:00 PM – 1:00 PMDental Branch (Prosthodontics) – Dr. Sergio Ortegon School of Health Information Sciences – Dr. Adol EsquivelSchool of Public Health – Debra Rios. (Doctoral Student in Health Promotion and Behavioral Sciences)Dental Branch Clinical – Ms. Margo Melchor RDH, M.Ed., Asst. Professor and Director of Community Outreach

1:00 PM – 2:00 PMSchool of Public Health –- Dr. Liliana Escobar-ChavesDental Branch (Dental Student) – Carlos Carrion Dental Branch (Dental Hygiene Student) – Laura Huertas School of Nursing-(Student)

Academic Profile/Perfil Académico – Prepare for College(Bilingual)

Coordinator: Ruby J. RiveraRoom 320 C

Do you want to prepare for college classes beginning in middle school? Come and learn how to prepare for college by taking rigorous courses in middle school and find out how to earn college credit hours in high school.

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Graduation Plan & Course Selection – Denise Alcover Dual Credit & AVID – Shelley McKinleyPre-AP and AP – Esti Arriaga

Anti-BullyingCoordinator: Ruby RiveraRoom: 320 E


Presenters: Myrta FarizaPeter MessiahIlka J. Rosado

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Career Exploration(Courtesy of Houston Community College)

Coordinator: Rodney McLaurinRoom 320 A


Understanding job market demands and careful planning of career goals wil guarantee an opportunity for greater earning potential. Learn more from these career planning, enrollment services and job placement professionals.

Presenters:Carolyn DavisSergio ContrerasTambela FranklinDora Campa

College Opportunities in High School(Courtesy of Houston Community College)

Coordinator: Rodney McLaurinRoom 320 D


Learn about the many opportunities available to students to earn college credit in high school. Discover the benefits and learn about the partnerships that work together to save you hundreds and in some cases, thousands of dollars towards earning your college credit.

Presenters:Justin G. Fuentes – High School PrincipalSamuel West – College Cononection Dual CreditMaryalice Wills – P-16 Educational Partnerships

Building Strong Communities – Community Service Volunteers Working Toward a Better America(Courtesy of The League of Women Voters Education Fund)

Coordinator: Linda CohnRoom 361 F

How can community service play a part in career development? – Presented by students representing the University of Houston’s Hobby Center for Public Policy

How can volunteer activities frame one’s direction in life? – Sydney Nguyen

Highlights of the importance of civic engagement, explaining how volunteers can help increase participation in the democratic process – Michael Espinoza

Unique ways in which well-known personalities can encourage community service – Juan “Baby Bull” Diaz

Latino Students Sharing Experiences of their Journeys to CollegeCoordinator: Ruben RodriguezRoom 352 D


HSF Scholarships for Students and Parents – Jonathan BaronaPreparing for College – University of Houston- DowntownFinding money for college – Texas A&M UniversityThe importance of being involved – Austin Community CollegeStudent sharing their immigrant experiences – University of Texas at San AntonioPreparing for High School

Moderator: Ruben Rodriguez

Padres Responsables - ¿Culpables o No Culpables?Coordinator: Manuel “Marcello” MariniRoom 342 D

10:00 AM – 11:00 AMEducación vs. EnseñanzaIng. Fernando Guzman Daniel Di Cesare Dr. Raul Cuero Dra. Virginia Baxt Daniel Dominguez Moderador: Marcello Marini

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11:00 AM – 12:00 PMNo se…y No Entiendo Qué Hago..? Rosario Guzman Ing. Fernando Guzman Daniel Di Cesare Irma Sanchez Dr. Raul Cuero

Moderador: Daniel Dominguez

12:00 PM – 1:00 PMJóvenes que sí pueden y son ejemplosProf. Hector A. Rodriguez D.Fernando y Rosario Daniel Di Cesare Arol Vincent Claudia y Padres ResponsablesEzequielVincentArol

Moderador: Marcello Marini

1:00 PM – 2:00 PMCómo evitamos las “Malas” Compañías?Prof. Hector A. Rodriguez D.Marcello Marini Rosario and Fernando GuzmánIrma Sánchez Elizabeth Ozuna

Moderador: Marcello Marini

Today’s Choices for Tomorrow’s Success(Courtesy of State Farm Insurance)

Coordinator:AngelicaMVasquezRoom 342 A

10:00 AM – 11:00 AMChoices You Can Make Today for Financial Success — Cesar Saldivia

This is a dynamic session focusing on tackling students’ financial choices today and how they can impact their financial success in the future.

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PMWhat Do I Major In During This Economy? —AngelicaVasquez

Choose the right major to guarantee job placement after college. What sectors are hiring and what sectors are firing?

Bilingual Computer Training (Courtesy of Instituto de Computación ABCS)

Coordinator: Jorge Ferragut, Sr.Room 350 B


Learn of opportunities for Hispanics through Bilingual Computer Training. In less than 8 months and at affordable costs, Hispanics can obtain technical certification in vocational technical careers, allowing them to contribute to the workforce with their learned technical knowledge needed in the global economy.

Presenters:

César RincónEvelio FernandezJorge Ferragut, Sr.Pavel Zuloaga

Careers in Oil and Gas for the 21st CenturyCoordinator: Jose RivasRoom 350 C


Presenters:Gaby PaezJose RivasGerman E. OrtegaFrank RodriguezJohn Londoño Ph.D.

Process Technology, an Education that PAY$Coordinator: Ericka RiceRoom 350 A

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Presenters: Alex RiveraDorothy Ortega Glenn Johnson Michael KukuWalter Newby

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“Science, Technology, Engineering and Math” - STEM in the Oil & Gas business (Courtesy of BP)

Coordinator and Moderator: Fabio AparicioRoom 350 F

10:00 AM – 11:00 AMA Colombian High School Student’s Dream – Ivan Pinzon Life is a Challenge! – Reinel Solano Why Not? – Adriana Soltero Who me, an Engineer? – Raudel Vela

11:00 AM – 12:00 PMOil & Gas in Deepwater Gulf of Mexico – Alvaro Carroll A Columbian High School Student’s Dream – Ivan Pinson Why Not? – Adriana Soltero Who me, an Engineer? – Raudel Vela

12:00 PM – 1:00 PMPrepare for an Exciting Future – Victor Peña Is Engineering Right for Me? – Marian Rivera Signs of a Future Engineer – Victoria Rodrigues What a Journey!!! – Luis Suarez

1:00 PM – 2:00 PMDream High!!! – Fabio Aparicio Why Higher Education? – Freddy Garcia Is Engineering Right for Me? – Marian Rivera Signs of a Future Engineer – Victoria Rodrigues

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Follow these simple suggestions!

• Keepyourprogramhandythroughouttheday.Itisyourguidetoeverythingthatishappeningat

Career Day, including the panel sessions and lunch schedules.

• 9th,10th,11thand12thgradersshouldquietlyleavetheroomfollowingtheOpeningCeremoniestoattend

the hourly panel sessions. Use your program to plan the panel sessions you would like to visit.

• 6th,7thand8thgradersshouldremaininthesameroomafterOpeningCeremoniesforaspecial

Middle School Program.

• TheExhibitHallA-3onthe3rdFloorisopentohighschoolstudentsfrom10:00a.m.until3:00p.m.andto

middle school students from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m.

• Goquicklyfromplacetoplace.Don’twasteyourtimewanderingaroundthehalls.

• Besureyouknowyourinstructionsformeetingyourgrouptoreturnhome.

• ReportlostpersonsorthingstotheInformationBoothonthe3rd floor.

• PleaseattendlunchONLYduringyourassignedtime.Checkpage9forthelunchschedule.

• AttheTGCollegeAdmissionsandFinancialAidInformationPlaza,youcanlearnmoreaboutfinancingyour

education and how to enter the college of your choice. It is located on the 3rd floor.

How to Get the Most from Career Day

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The TG College Admissions and Financial Aid Information Plaza – 3rd Floor

The 2011 TG College Admissions and Financial Aid Information Plaza is designed to give you information and counseling services specific to your situation. We designed a plan to walk you through the critical steps in the college admission and financial aid processes and help you reach your goal of enrollment in a college or university of your choice.

Financial Aid Basics: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Room 350 D/EHow to pay for college is a common concern for most students. The good news is that there is financial aid available to help you afford college. All students are encouraged to attend this panel discussion and learn what you need to know to fund your college career. Discussions will include the application process, types of aid received, how long the process takes, and your rights and responsibilities as a student. Panelists will also discuss what to expect in the coming weeks and months leading up to your first day in college.

Getting Financially Savvy: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Room 350 D/E All students are invited to participate in “Needs and Wants,” an energetic, interactive session delivering basic money smart information to you that you can use right now. It’s a fun and simple approach to becoming financially savvy. In this session we will talk about the needs and wants in your lives and how to prioritize what counts. You play games that will help you walk the walk all the way to success in your education and career. Come join us and get smart – money smart – it may be just what you need!

Admissions and Financial Aid Counseling: Get Help Now! (Pre-Lab) Rooms 360A/D This is your chance to meet with admissions and financial aid professionals from many different colleges and universities. They will meet with you and your family in one-on-one or small group sessions to answer yourquestionsaboutcollegeadmissions,payingforcollege,anddiscussmattersspecifictoyoursituation.HereyouwillgetreadyfortheOnlineadmissionsapplication(ApplyTexas),admissionsrequirements,andcompleting the FAFSA.

Admissions and FAFSA Online Computer Lab Rooms 360 B/C/E/F

Supported by AdventuresinEducation (www.AIE.org)

This internet-ready computer lab is designed for seniors (parents are also welcome). TG will provide personal computer laptops and a team of experts will assist you get “college ready” by applying for a personal Identification Number (PIN) for financial aid and begin the online search for scholarships. You can also begin to complete the FAFSA Online (http://www.FAFSA.gov) or online admissions application for Texas public colleges and universities (http://www.ApplyTexas.org). College experts in financial aid and admissionswillbeavailableatthecomputerlabtoansweryourquestionsorguideyouthroughthese online applications.

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The TG College Admissions and Financial Aid Information Plaza – 3rd Floor (continued)

Free Tax Preparation / Preparación de ImpuestosCoordinator: Neighborhood Tax CentersRoom 360 B/C/E/F

10:00 AM – 2:00 PM (On-going) Have your taxes prepared at no cost by Neighborhood Tax Centers (neighborhood-centers.org/tax). Parents and working students are encouraged to bring their tax documents for free, fast and accurate tax preparation.

FREE tax preparation FREE e-filing for FAST refunds FREE direct deposit FREE assistance with ITINs

Los centros de impuestos de Neighborhood Centers (Neighborhood-centers.org/tax) pueden prepararle su declaracióndeimpuestossincostoalguno.Sugerimosalospadresdefamiliayestudiantesquetraiganladocumentación correspondiente para preparles su declaración de impuestos de forma gratuita, rápida y exacta.

Elaboración de la declaración de impuestos GRATIS EnvíoelectrónicoGRATISdeladeclaraciónparaquerecibamásRÁPIDOsureembolso Depósito directo GRATIS Asistencia GRATUITA para pedir el Número de Identificación Personal del Contribuyente (ITIN)

After the event, call 2-1-1 for a Neighborhood Tax Center location near you. All services are FREE. Después del evento, llame al 2-1-1 para localizar el centro de impuestos más cercano. Nuestros servicios son GRATUITOS.

Neighborhood Tax Centers are a service of Neighborhood Centers Inc.Los centros de impuestos son un servicio de Neighborhood Centers Inc.

Clark, Julie – Operations Coordinator and Credit Union Liaison, Neighborhood Centers Inc.Perna, Maritza – Community Relations Manager, Neighborhood Centers Inc.Rodriguez, Christina – Tax Services Coordinator, Neighborhood Centers Inc.Townsend, Allison – Assistant Director, Neighborhood Centers Inc.

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COLLEGES / UNIVERSITIES• American InterContinental University• Columbia College Chicago, IL• Concordia University• Culinary Institute Lenotre*• DeVry University• Galveston College• Houston Community College• Lamar University• LeTourneau University• Lone Star College System• Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)• Northwestern University, IL• Prairie View A & M University

o University College/ACCESSo School of Architectureo Undergraduate Medical Academy

• Remington College North Houston• Rice University• Sam Houston State University

o Arts & Scienceso Business Administrationo College of Criminal Justiceo College of Educationo College of Humanities & Social Scienceso Departments of CHSSo Graduate Studieso Office of Financial Aid & Scholarshipso Office of Undergraduate Admissions

• San Jacinto College• Texas A & M University• Texas A & M University Corps of Cadets• Texas Southern University

o BJ-ML School of Public Affairso College of Educationo College of Liberal Artso College of Pharmacy/Health Scienceso College of Science and Technologyo Hispanic Student Association*o Honors Collegeo JHJ School of Business*o Recruitment*o School of Communication

• Texas Chiropractic College• Texas Christian University• Texas Women’s University• The Art Institute of Houston• The University of Texas Health Science Center

at Houston• The University of Texas Health Science Center at

Houston - School of Nursing• The University of Texas School of Public Health• United Statess Air Force Academy, CO• U. S. Coast Guard Academy, CT• United States Naval Academy, MD• University of Houston – Clear Lake• University of Houston

o Graduate College of Social Worko Office of Admissionso College of Liberal Art and Social Scienceso College of Pharmacyo College of Technologyo Cullen College of Engineeringo Conrad Hilton College of Hotel and

Restaurant Managemento Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid

Exhibitor List (as of January 27, 2011)

• University of Houston Downtown o College of Businesso College of Humanities and Social Scienceso College of Public Serviceo College of Science and Mathematicso Office of Admissionso Office of Student Activities o Scholars Academyo Scholarships & Financial Aido Sports & Recreation Center

• University of Houston-Victoria• University of New Orleans, LA• University of St. Thomas• University of Texas at Austin• West Point – United States Military Academy, NY

BUSINESSES/CORPORATIONS• Bank of America• BP Petro-Technologists• BBVA Compass Bank• CenterPoint Energy• Champions Education Center• ConocoPhillips*• Energy Capital Credit Union• Green Mountain Energy Company• KBR• KQBU-Que Buena – 93.3FM• La Prensa de Houston• People’s Trust Federal Credit Union• Shell Oil Company• State Farm• The Boeing Company• Univision 45/TeleFutura 67• Wells Fargo

GOVERNMENT• City of Houston, Department of Public Works• Congressman Gene Green, 29th District*• Dept. of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services (DARS)• Harris County Democratic Party• Harris County Sheriff’s Office• Houston Fire Department• METRO • U.S. Department of Education• U.S. Department of Labor

NON-PROFIT• Air Force ROTC• Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston• First and Goal, Inc.• Gulf Coast Process Technology Alliance• Gulf Coast Tech Prep• Houston Association of Hispanic Media Professionals*• Hispanic Genealogical Society of Houston• Hispanic Scholarship Fund*• HLSR - Go Tejano Committee*• Mi Familia Magazine• New Aspirations Academy• Plumbing Heating Cooling Contractors• Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers –

Houston (SHPE)• TG*• United Way of Greater Houston• YMCA of Greater Houston

*Indicates scholarship opportunities

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OfficersRamiro G. Fonseca – President

Henry Pastrano – Vice PresidentEric E. Marin – Treasurer

Norma Mouton, Ph.D. – Secretary

DirectorsDebra Andrist, Ph.D.Jose L. Cantu. M.S.Jorge Ferragut, Sr.

Juan B. GarciaRey Gonzales

Melissa Y. MartinezDiana Pino, Ph.D.Jose V. Rendon

Executive DirectorDonna B. Lyttleton

Advisory BoardEduardoAguirre•LupitaArmendarizDionelAviles,Ph.D.•LouisBodmer

DorothyE.F.Caram,Ed.D.•JennyR.CastañedaSalEsparaza•Hon.D.V.Flores,P.E.LupeFraga•Hon.SylviaR.Garcia

AlbertoR.Gonzales•Hon.ManuelLealGloriaDelgadoLeatherwood•LindaS.Magill,MD

Hon.VidalMartinez•Hon.LamarMcCorkleHon.DavidMedina•DavidD.MedinaGasperMir,III,CPA•ServandoRamosCelinaGarzaRidge,CPA•JerryRiosMannySanchez•J.AdanTreviño

Houston Hispanic Forum Board of Directors 2010-2011

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AEROSPACE AND AVIATION Careers at NASA Johnson Space Center 351 D 11

ARTS Careers in Arts and Cultural Arts 351 B 11Careers in Culinary Arts 351 A 11Careers in Fashion 351 C 11Careers in Graphic Design 351 F 12Careers in Media Arts 351 E 12

BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CAREERS A Day in the Life of an Engineer 381 A/B 12Careers in Banking 371 A 12Business Career Choices 371 B 12Careers in and with Foreign Languages 361 D 13Careers in Forensic Science: The Real CSI 381 C 13Careers in the Geosciences 371 D 13Careers in Government 371 E 13Legal Professions 361 F 14Rewarding Careers in Social Services 371 C 14Careers at YMCA 371 F 14

CAREERS IN EDUCATION 372 A 14

COLLEGE INFORMATION FOR STUDENTS AND PARENTS Continuing Education: ESOL and GED 361 C 15 Continuing Education: Careers in Cosmetology 361 C 15 Immigrant Students: Opportunities for 370 A/B/D/E/F 15 Higher Education, (State Law Financial Aid and College Admissions SB 1528) Information for Parents of College Bound 370 C 15 Students (Información para padres sobre las Carreras Universitarias de sus Hijos)Parent 101: Empowering Parents to Become 361 A 16 College AdvisorsWoman to Woman - College and 361 A 16 Career Planning Man to Man - College and Career Planning 361 A 16 Paying for Your Careers (Disability, 361 B 16 Veteran, & Others)College Pathways to a Bachelor’s Degree 362 D 16

CAREER PATHS AT TEXAS COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES Benefits of Attending a Community College 320 F 16Path to an Education / Camino a la 330 A/B 16 Universidad (4-year College)Student Life at a Community College 320 B 17

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Middle School Program9:45 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Student EntranceHall B3

Exhibit Hall A310 a.m. – 3 p.m.

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Exhibit Hall B3Opening Ceremonies8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.

Middle School Program9:45 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Student EntranceHall B3

Exhibit Hall A310 a.m. – 3 p.m.

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United States Service Academies 372 D 17 Air Force Academy, Coast Guard Academy, Merchant Marine Academy, Military Academy, and Naval Academy

MEDIA ARTS Careers in Journalism: 362 A 17 Television and Print ProfessionalsCareers in Radio Broadcasting and Production 362 B 17

MEDICAL AND HEALTH PROFESSIONS Careers in Adolescent Medicine, 340 A 18 Adolescent Health, and Career Paths in Social Work and Nutrition Health Professions at The University of 340 B 18 Texas Health Science Center at Houston

MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL SESSIONS Academic Profile/Perfil Académico – 320 C 18 Prepare for College Anti-Bullying 320 E 18 Career Exploration 320 A 19College Opportunities in High School 320 D 19

OTHER Building Strong Communities – Community 361 E 19 Service Volunteers Working Toward a Better AmericaLatino Students Sharing Experiences of 352 D 19 their Journeys to CollegePadres Responsables ¿Culpables o 342 D 19 No Culpables? Today’s Choices for Tomorrow’s Success 342 A 20

RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY Bilingual Computer Training 350 B 20Careers in Oil and Gas for the 21st Century 350 C 20Process Technology, An Education that Pay$ 350 A 20Science, Technology, Engineering and Math – 350 F 21 STEM in the Oil and Gas Business

TG COLLEGE ADMISSIONS AND FINANCIAL AID PLAZA Admissions and FAFSA Online Computer Lab 360 B/C/E/F 23 Financial Aid Basics 350 D/E 23Get Financially Savvy 350 D/E 23Admissions and Financial Aid Counseling: 360 A/D 23 Get Help Now! (Pre-Lab)Free Tax Preparation / Preparación de 360 B/C/E/F 24 Impuestos Gratis

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Chancellor Sponsor TG

President SponsorsHouston Endowment Inc.

Dean SponsorsConocoPhillips

Shell Oil CompanyTexas Southern University

The Brown Foundation

Professor SponsorsBP

CenterPoint EnergyHarriet and Joe Foster Foundation

KBRPeople’s Trust Federal Credit Union

The Simmons FoundationWells Fargo

Assistant Professor SponsorsP Twenty-One FoundationPort of Houston Authority

Rice UniversityState Farm InsuranceStrake FoundationSYSCO Corporation

Williams Brothers Construction Company, Inc.YMCA of Greater Houston

Instructor SponsorsAviles Engineering

Dorothy E.F. Caram, Ed. D.Eric E. Marin

HEBHenry Pastrano

Patrick and Linda MagillJose V. RendonRamiro Fonseca

Rey and Santa GonzalesUnion Pacific Foundation

Our Generous Contributors

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In-Kind1st Response Medic Services

Ambassadors International Ballet FolkloricoARAMARK

Austin High School Army JROTCCity of Houston, Convention and Entertainment Facilities

First and Goal, Inc.Freeman Audio Visual and Decorating

GOYAHarris County Sherrif Deputies

HISD Transportation DepartmentsHouston Association of Hispanic Media Professionals

Houston Community College Communications DepartmentHyperDesign

Instituto De Computación ABCSJeff Davis Hispanic Alumni Association

KrogerMilby Hispanic Alumni Association

Las Americas Ballet FolkloricoMariachi Hermosura Juvenil

Metropolitan Transit Authority (METRO)Pizza Patron

Sam Houston State University Jazz EnsembleTexas Salsa Congress Dancers

University of Houston Downtown

Our Generous Contributors

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PanelistsAbraham, Reni – Faculty Department Chair, Houston Community College Alcover, Denise – Counselor, Secondary, Houston ISD Alvarez, Michael – WDI – Lead. Shell Oil Company Andrews, Eric – University of Houston Downtown Andrist, Dr. Debra D. – Chair of Foreign Languages, Sam Houston State UniversityAparicio, PMP & ITIL, Fabio – Business Information Coordinator, Centralized Developments Organization,

IT&S Information Technology & Services, BP Araujo, Stephen – Performing Artist/Educator (Percussion) Arcos, Marie – Community Executive Director, YMCA of Greater Houston Arol,EzequielVincent–Student Arol, Vincent and Claudia – Padres Responsables Arredondo, Erika – Student, Texas A & M University Arriaga, Esti – High School Improvement Officer, Houston ISD Ayarzagoitia, Pedro V. – Drug Enforcement Agency, Special Agent Azcona, Estevan, Ph.D, – Ethnomusicologist (Chicano Music Studies/Mariachi)-University of Houston Babineaux, Gena – Human Resource Generalist, YMCA of Greater Houston Balleza, Bill – News Anchor, KPRC Local 2 Barajas, Erik – News Reporter, KTRK-TV 13 Eyewitness News Barona, Jonathan – Program Officer, University Programs, Hispanic Scholarship Fund Barraza, Armida – Student, Austin Community College Baxt, Dra. Virginia – Amigas Latinas for College Foundation Becerril, Liz – Mid-day Host and PSA Director for Mega 101FM Benavides, Crystal – Arts Administrator, Houston Arts Alliance Bennett, Kelly – Senior High School Representative, The Art Institute of Houston Berg, Dr. Helen – Assistant Professor of Bilingual/English as a Second Language Education, SHSUBergeron, Marie – Associate Director, Career Advisor, Professional and Executive Programs,

Career Management Center, Rice UniversityBetencourt, Juan – Tax Consultant, Deloitte Blanco, Rose Ann – Director, LULAC National Educational Service Center (LNESC) Bodden, Emily Rose – Student, University of Texas San Antonio Britton, Debra – Director, Academic Student Services, Lone Star College System Cabrera, Patricia I. – The Tejano Center for Community Concerns Camacho, German – Business Information Manager, E&P Learning, BP Campa, Dora – Career Planning & Job Resources Associate, Houston Community College Cantu, Guadalupe – Counselor Cantu, Jose L. – Director of Admissions and Recruitment, University of Houston-Downtown Carbajal, Merced – Student, University of Texas San Antonio Cardenas, Kicker, Business Relationship Manager, Wells Fargo Carrillo, Jose – Student, University of Texas San Antonio Carrion, Carlos – Dental Student, Dental Branch, UT Health Science Center-Houston Carroll, Alvaro – Engineering Team Lead - Pompano Hub - Gulf of Mexico, BP Casarez, Rueben – Senior Legal Counsel, Wells Fargo Celeita, Jasmine – Director of High School Programs, the Art Institute of Houston Cerda Alonzo, Vanessa – Performing Artis Vocalist Cobarruvias, John – Computer Engineer, NASA Johnson Space Center Cohn, Linda – The League of Women Voters Education Fund Contreras, Erica – Learning & Development Consultant/AVP, Wells Fargo Contreras, Sergio – Enrollment Services Assistant, Houston Community College Cook, Sandra – Culinary Specialist/High School Representative, the Art Institute of Houston Corona, Lolbe – Publisher, Univision Radio-Houston Corona, Thomas – Credit Investigator, Wells Fargo Corrales, María – Producer/Reporter, KXLN Univision “Noticias 45” Cruz, Carlos – Student, University of Houston Downtown Cruz, Juan – Project Manager, Spectra

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Cuero, Dr. Raul – Prairie View University Daley, Elvia – Vice President International Group, Wells Fargo Davila, Marlyn – Student, University of Houston Downtown Davis, Carolyn – Job Placement Associate, Houston Community College DeBenedictis, Barbara – Student Support Specialist, Lone Star College System Del Toro, Jesús – Managing Editor, RUMBO Newspaper Denton, John – Senior Analyst - Lone Star College System Deschamps, Claudia – Alternate Host & Co-Executive Producer, Houston on The Move, HCCTVDi Cesare, Daniel – Christian Family Center Diaz, Angela – Student, Texas A & M University Diaz, Juan “Baby Bull” – Champion Boxer Diosdado, Sueyen – Student, University of Houston Downtown Dominguez, Daniel – Centro Familiar Cristiano Edwards, DeAndra – Social Responsibility Director, YMCA of Greater Houston Edwin, Dr. Shirin – Assistant Professor of French, Sam Houston State University Elliott, Lee – Director of Older Youth Programs, YMCA of Greater Houston Enriquez,Nestor–ClientServicesDirector,UnivisionRadio-Houston Entenza, Armando – Homeland Security Coordinator, U.S. Postal Inspection Svc. Escamilla, Nayeli – On-Air Talent, TeleFutura KFTH 67 Escobar, Eli – Morning Show Host, “Ya Levantate” Escobar-Chaves, Dr. Liliana – Assistant Professor, School of Public Health, UT Health Science Center-HoustonEspinoza, Michael – Texas Coordinator, Mi Familia Vota Esquivel,Dr.Adol–Director,ClinicalEffectivenessandPerformanceMeasurement,UTHealthScience

Center-Houston Ezell, Dr. Bobby – Associate Professor, College of Education, Sam Houston State University Fariza, Myrta – Contract Employee Safe Schools, Houston ISD Fernandez, Carlos A. – Senior Recruiter, The Methodist Hospital System Fernandez, Evelio – General Manager & Sr. Vice-President, Goya Foods of Texas, Inc. Ferragut, Sr., Jorge– President, ABCS Computer Institute Flenoy, Tiffany – Student Life Coordinator, Houston Community College Flores, Shahida – Graduate Student, Sam Houston State University Foster, Mallory – Graduate Student, Sam Houston State University Francisco, Joe – Senior High School Representative, The Art Institute of Houston Frankki, Dr. James – Assistant Professor of German, Sam Houston State University Franklin, Tambela – Job Placement Associate, Houston Community College Frausto, Rodrigo – Student, University of Texas San Antonio Freeman, Lorie – Student Life Coordinator, Houston Community College French,Willie–DirectorofTalentAcquisition,TheMethodistHospitalSystem Fuentes, Justin G. – Principal, Challenge Early College High School, Houston ISD Gangitano, Ph.D.. David – MSFS Assistant Professor, Sam Houston State University Garay, Dr. Reynaldo – Dean, Student Development, Houston Community College Garcia, Alex – Student, Texas A & M University Garcia, Freddy – Finance & P2P Lead, North American Gas Finance, BP Garcia, Guadalupe – Student, Texas A & M University Garcia, Jerry – Senior Litigation and Operation Council Associate, Eagle Global Logistics Garcia, Juan B. – Associate Vice Chancellor, Student Success, Lone Star College System Garcia, Rene – Scholars Academy, University of Houston Downtown Garza, David – EEO Mgr. (Retired), U.S. Customs now Homeland Security Garza, Edgar – Conference Coordinator -GeoFORCE Program, Shell Oil Company Garza, Oscar – Director, Deloitte Goka, Dr. Thomas J. – Assistant Dean, UT Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences Gomez, Joe – Group Maintenance Director, YMCA of Greater Houston Gomez, Mario – Producer/On-Air Talent/Board Operator Gonzales, Driana – Student, Austin Community College Gonzales, Eric – Senior Relationship Associate, Wells Fargo Gonzalez, Elma De Luna – Director Multicultural Affairs, Prairie View A&M University Gonzalez, Laura – Student, Texas A & M University Gonzalez-Castillo, Dr. Diana – Community College Operations Manager, Houston Community College

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Gonzalez-Decou, Rosa – Outreach Worker, Houston ISD Gonzlaez, Edith – Student, University of Texas San Antonio Guerra, Luis – Store Manager, Wells Fargo Guzman, Gloria – School Age Enrichment Director, YMCA of Greater Houston Guzman, Ing. Fernando – Professional and Father Guzman, Rosario – Mother and Hispanic Professional Hergenroeder, M.D., Albert C. – Baylor College of Medicine Hernandez, Emmy – Recruiter, Texas A&M University Hernandez, Jack – Director, Advising and Counseling, Lone Star College System Hernández, Mariné – Show Host & Executive Producer, Houston on The Move, HCCTV Hernandez, Mark – Safety Specialist, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Hernandez, Roberto – Personal Banker, Wells Fargo Herrera, Omar – Performing Artist/Classical Piano/Doctoral Studies, University of Houston Herskovic, Dr. Jorge – Assistant Professor, School of Health Information Sciences, UT Health Science

Center-Houston Holt, Adriana – Corporate Human Resource Manager, Quanex Building Products Huertas, Laura – Dental Hygiene Student, Dental Branch, UT Health Science Center-Houston Isaza-Navarrete, Amparo – Recruitment Program Coordinator, College of Arts & Sciences, Prairie View A&M

University Jackson, Jimmy – Community Relations Officer, U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services Jáquez,Nefertiti–Reporter,KPRCLocal2 Jefferson, Troy – Program Director, Recreational Sports, Houston Community College Johnson, Glenn – Training Manager, Sun Products Johnson, Jr., Alvin – University of Houston, Clear Lake Johnston, David – Director of College Access, Project GRAD Houston Jones, Karen J. – Counselor, Milby High School, Houston ISD Jonkins, Roderick – Prairie View A&M University Koeninger, Dr. Frieda – Associate Professor of Spanish, Sam Houston State University Kuku, Michael – Director of Training, College of the Mainland Langston, Camilla – DePelchin Children’s Center Lara, Alma – Professor, University of Houston - Downtown Lawlace, Sally – Title III Counselor, Multilingual Programs Dept., Houston ISD Leathers, Reginald – Faculty, Digital Communication, Houston Community College Lemus, M.S., LMFT, Maria – Staff Clinician II, STAR Program; DePelchin Children’s Center Lewis, Richard – Program Coordinator, Minority Male Initiatives, Lone Star College System Lewis, Yolanda C. – High School Counselor, Retired Lightsy, Spencer – Director of International Student Programs, University of Houston-Downtown Lobos, Jesse – Member, SHPE Londoño Ph.D., John – Geophysicist, Shell Exploration & Production Company Lopez, Edilsa – Jóvenes Inmigrantes por un Futuro Mejor, University of Texas Student Lopez, Julio – Ballet Folklorico Director-MECA/(Dancer ) Lopez, MSW, Yadira – University of Houston - Downtown Alumni & University of Houston Alumni Lopez, Omar – Underwriter, Chase Bank Luna, Greg – Senior Corporate Attorney Luna-Torres, Maria – Texas Guaranteed Student Loan Corporation, Director of Educational

Finance Initiatives Mallén,Dr.Enrique–ProfessorofSpanish,SamHoustonStateUniversity Maloney, Liz – Program Coordinator, Lone Star College System Mancilla, Jorge – Classical Guitarist-MECA/Science Educator Mapps, Lorianna – Assistant Director, Transfer & International Admissions, Office of Admissions, University

of Houston Marchand, Melissa – Finance Manager, General Electric Marini, Manuel Marcello – Telemundo, Houston Martinez, Angela – Student, University of Houston Downtown Martinez, Jaime R. – Production Assistant, KTRK TV 13 Martinez, John L. – Diversity Initiatives, Specialist for Hispanic Programs, U. S. Postal Service Martinez, Julio – Board Operator, Univision Radio-Houston Martinez, Oscar – Senior Vice President/Business Banking Manager, Wells Fargo

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Martinez, Patricia – Manager, Human Resources, DePelchin Children’s Center Martinez, Richard – Internal Audit Director, Luby’s Inc.Martinez-Castillo, Dr. Rosario – Director, Articulation Services and University Relations,

Lone Star College System Mawdsley, Rick McCorkle, Judge Lamar – District Judge McDonald, Mantez A. – Staff Geologist, Shell Oil Company McGinnis, Betty – District Assistant, Office of State Representative Carol Alvarado McKinley, Shelley – College Prep Program Specialist, Houston ISD McLaurin, Rodney – Program Director, Student Service Initiatives, Houston Community College McMorris, Patricia – High School Math Teacher, Milby High School, Houston ISD Mejia, Honorable Berta – Former Presiding Municipal Court Judge Melchor, RDH, M.Ed., Ms. Margo Y. – Clinical Assistant Professor and Director of Community Outreach,

UTHSC-Houston Mena, Ana – Strategic Marketing Analyst, Gelb Consulting Merino, Robert – Director, Financial Aid, San Jacinto College Messiah, Peter – Mgr, Safe Schools, Houston ISD Molina, Nancy – HR Experienced Hiring, Deloitte Monciváis Sánchez, Sybil – Community Affairs Coordinator, Univision KXLN-TV 45Monson, Tara – Freshman Admissions Counselor, University of Houston-Downtown Moore, Scott – Director, Financial Aid Office, Houston Community College Morales, Daniel – Spanish News Anchor/Reporter, KTMD Telemundo 47 Morales, Dave – DJ, 96.5FM Morales, Naiva – Conference Coordinator -GeoFORCE Program, Shell Oil Company Moreira, Ivonne – Executive Director, Jovenes Inmigrantes por un Futuro Mejor Moros, Ana – Financial Aid Specialist -Lone Star College System Mules, Julie – Education Outreach Coordinator, NASA Johnson Space Center Muñiz, Diana – Visual Artist/Educator Muñoz, Dr. Rafael Saumell – Professor of Spanish, Sam Houston State Nazarenko, Nadia – Senior Program Manager, ESOL, GED, Lone Star College System Neely, Martha – Program Manager, Continuing Education, Lone Star College System Negrete, Paul – Financial Aid Associate, Houston Community College Newby, Walter – Training Coordinator, BASF Corporations Nguyen, Sydney – Attorney for low-income immigrant families Ogden, Mary – Contracts and Litigation Specialist, BG Americas & Global LNG Ontiveros, Dr. Joe – Assistant Professor, UT Dental Branch, UT Health Science Center-Houston Ontiveros, Paul A. – Geophysicist, Shell Oil Company Ortega, Dorothy – Dept. Chair, Process Technology, McNeese State University Ortega, German E. – Project Manager, ConocoPhillips Ortegon, Dr. Sergio – Ortiz, Francisco – Graduate Student, Sam Houston State University Otero, Ana – Law Professor/Municipal Court Judge Ozuna, Elizabeth – Publisher, Mi Familia Magazine Pagan, Carlos – Electrical engineer, NASA Johnson Space CenterParada, Elvis – Program Coordinator, Minority Male Initiative, Lone Star College System Patlan, Linda – University of Houston Central Paz, Aaron – Mechanical Engineer, NASA Johnson Space Center Paz, Gaby – Electrical Engineer, ExxonMobil Pipeline Company Peña, Victor – Geophysicists, ETX Reservoir Management, BP Peng, Dr. Zong Ping – Instructor in Chinese, Sam Houston State University Perez, Albert – Counselor, AAMA-George I. Sanchez Charter School Perez, Alma – Vice President/Product Manager, Wells Fargo Perkins, Victoria – Student worker, GeoFORCE Program, Shell Oil Company Peterson, Gina Martinez – Association Healthy Living Director, YMCA of Greater Houston Petrón, Dr. Mary – Assistant Professor of Bilingual/English as a Second Language Education, Sam Houston

State University Piña, Alejandra – Student, University of Texas San Antonio Pino, Dr. Diana – Vice Chancellor, Student Services, Houston Community College

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Pinzon, Ivan – Geologist, Gulf of Mexico regional production unit, BP Policarpo, Dr. Al – Associate Professor of Spanish, Sam Houston State University Ponce De Leon, Diana – City of Houston Senior Planner, City of Houston Planning and Dev. Raab, Lettie – Director, University College, Prairie View A&M University Ramirez, Catherine – Performing Artist/Flute/Doctoral Studies, Rice University Ramirez, Dr. Elda – Assistant Professor, School of Nursing, UT Health Science Center-Houston Ramos, Dinorah – Parent Liaison, Project GRAD Ramos, Jesse – Member, SHPE Ramos, Liz – Healthy Living Director, YMCA of Greater Houston Ratcliff, Doug – Director of Outreach, Jackson School of Geosciences, University of Texas Raymond, Dr. Kay – Associate Professor of Spanish, Sam Houston State University Rentería, Professor Ray – Instructor in Spanish, Sam Houston State University Reyes, Richard – Arts Administrator/Educator (Actor) Reyes,SandyChristian–OperationIraqiFreedom,USArmyveteran,UniversityofHouston Rice, Ericka – Workforce Development Specialist, Shell Oil Company Rimmer-Mayorga, Debra – Family Therapist, Private Practice Rincón, César –Vice President and General Manager of TV Information 43 Rincon, Julita – Program Manager, Project GRAD Houston Rincón, Ph.D., Alejandra – Author: “Undocumented Immigrants and Higher Education: ¡Sí se puede!”Rios, Debra – Doctoral Student, School of Public Health, UT Health Science Center-Houston Rivas, José M. – IT Architect, ConocoPhillips Rivas, Veronica – Student Services Specialist Rivera, Alex – Learning Advisor, Shell Deer Park Rivera, Marian – Business Improvement Analyst, Texas City Refinery, BP Rivera, Ruby J. – Program Specialist, College, Career & Guidance, Houston ISD Robles, Carlos Alejandro – Weather Anchor, KXLN Univision “Noticias 45” Robles, Donajih – Drop-Out Prevention Specialist, Lee H.S. & West Region, Houston ISD Rodela, Gabriel – Business Planning Manager, Hewlett Packard Rodrigues, Victoria – Reservoir Engineer, North American Gas, BP Rodriguez D., Professor Hector A. – Writer and Author Rodriguez, Alberto – Production/Creative Director, Univision Radio-Houston Rodriguez, Clarissa – Promotions Coordinator, Univision Radio-Houston Rodriguez, Frank – Consultant, Geoscience Univ. Recruiting, ConocoPhillips Rodriguez, Guillermo – University of Houston, Clear Lake Rodriguez, Johnny – Wage and Hour Investigator, U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Rodriguez,MonicaPiquet-ExtraCurricularLearningActivities,LeeH.S.,HoustonISD Rodriguez, Robert – Music Educator Rodriguez, Ruben – National Director, University Programs, Hispanic Scholarship Fund Rodriguez, Sara – Counselor, AAMA-George I. Sanchez Charter School Rosado, Ilka J. – Outreach Worker, Houston ISD, Homeless Education Office, Project S.A.F.E. Rosas, Matthew – Counselor, AAMA-George I. Sanchez Charter School Rubin, M.Ed., Marlene – College Access Counselor, Bellaire High School, Houston ISD Rubio-Maxian, Tiffany – Producer, Great Day Houston, KHOU 11 Salamanca, Catalina – Student, University of Texas San Antonio Salazar, George – Chief Engineer of the Human Interface Branch, NASA Johnson Space Center Salazar, Yesenia – Student, University of Houston Downtown Saldivar, Rene – Curriculum Specialist, Houston ISD Saldivia, Cesar – Sales, Marketing and Advertisement/Agency Recruiter, State Farm Insurance Salinas, Liz – Arts Administrator – MECA/Actor Sanchez, Diana – Arts Therapist, Texas Children’s Hospital Sanchez, Irma – University of Houston-Downtown Graduate Sandoval, Maria – Instrumental Music Educator Santos, Cynthia Santos, Patricia – Office of Admissions, Assistant Director of Freshman Admissions, University of

Houston-Downtown Santos, Renato – Attorney in Private Practice Sanz, Alexander – News Reporter, KHOU TV 11 News Saucedo, Martin – High School Spanish Teacher, Milby High School, Houston ISD

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Schaefer, M.A., LPC, Gaye – Program Coordinator, Community Based Services; DePelchin Children’s CentSchipper, Kenneth J. – College Access Coordinator, Milby High School Scholars Academy Students, University

of Houston Downtown Selvera, Sergio – Attorney Sesatty, Eduardo – Student, University of Texas San Antonio Sheppard, Daniel – High School Administrator, Milby High School, Houston ISD Sheridan, Rob – Executive Director, Financial Aid, University of Houston Downtown Silva, Abigail – Student, Austin Community College Silva, Armando – Arts Administrator/Choreographer ((Dance), MECA Silva, Rito – Dean, Student Services, Lone Star College System Sippio, Juanel Slama, Rafik – Instructor in Arabic, Sam Houston State University Smith, David – Lone Star College System Solano, Reinel – Reservoir Engineer, North American Gas, BP Solis, Manuel – Student, University of Houston Downtown Soliz, Dr. Rudy – Department Chair, Business Administration Dept., Houston Community College Soliz-Matthews, Itze – Attorney, Private Practice Soltero, Adriana – Drilling Engineer, BP Sosa, Elizabeth Bailey – Radio, NPR Staunton, Misty A. – City of Houston Planner, City of Houston Planning and Development Stephens, Lindsay – Conference Coordinator -GeoFORCE Program, Shell Oil Company Suarez, Guillermo – LTSA Project Manager, Rolls Royce Suarez, Luis – Supplier Quality Specialist, BP Swatzell, Brittany – Fashion Specialist/High School Representative, the Art Institute of Houston Takahashi, Sharon – Middle School Counselor, West Briar Middle School, Houston ISD Tapia, Alma Stephanie – Engineer, JSC Materials & Processes, NASA Johnson Space Center Tapia, Isaac – President, SHPE Houston Chapter Torrez, Edith – Administrative Assistant to the Associate Vice Chancellor, Lone Star College System Trainor, Debbie – Training Specialist, Astronaut office, NASA Johnson Space Center Treviño, Mickie – Director of Community Service and Special Events, National Society of Hispanic MBA

(NSHMBA) Treviño, Rebecca – Program Manager, Academic Achievers, University of Houston Trujillo, Ivan – “The Hot Show” Morning Show Host of Hot 95.7FM Valdez, Alice – Executive Director, Arts Administrator/Educator, MECA Valdez, Frances – Performing Artist (Mariachi)/Immigration Lawyer Valdez, Silvia – Houston Community College System-Southwest, Student Service Associate Valencia, Michelle – Industry Specialist, Houston Government Banking, Wells Fargo Vanegas, Nelson – Production/Creative Director, Univision Radio-Houston Vasquez,Angelica–SeniorAgencyFieldSpecialist,StateFarmInsurance Vasquez,DianaL.–ManagerofOperations,TexasChildren’sHospitalPatientandFamilyServicesVasquez,Jason–PromotionsDirector,KQBU/KLAT,UnivisionRadio–Houston Vater, Melissa – AmeriCorps VISTA Leader, AmeriCorps VISTA Vazquez,Edgar–Student,UniversityofHoustonDowntown Vega, Angelica – Dean of Students, Early College H.S. - East Vega, Hortencia – Coordinator for Post-Secondary Guidance & Counseling Programs, Spring Branch ISDVela, Raudel – Geophysicists, ETX Reservoir Management, BP Velasco, Daniel – Marketing Manager, Houston Texans Villaseñor, Olga – Vice President/Senior Trust Administrator, Wells Fargo Webb, Tara – State Advisor, Texas Junior College Student Government Association West, Samuel – College Connection/Student Recruitment, Houston Community College Wills, Maryalice – P-16 Educational Partnerships Liaison, Houston Community College Wilson, Regina – Student Life Coordinator, Houston Community College Zaidi, Dr. Shamshad – Instructor in Japanese, Sam Houston State University Zepeda, Gwendolyn – Author/Vocalist Zuloaga, Pavel – Professor of Network Administration, Baylor College of Medicine

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Exhibit HallJose Rendon

Jose L. Cantu, M.S.Rey Gonzales

Lunchroom/Food Minda T. Domingues

John Zepeda

Hospitality/VIP Check-InGloriella Gonzalez

Juan A. “Tony” Castilleja, Jr.Sonja Gonzales

Logistics/Facility ReviewDonna B. LyttletonRamiro G. Fonseca

Middle School ProgramPhylisse’ London

Panel SessionsDonna B. LyttletonRamiro G. Fonseca

Program BookDonna B. Lyttleton

Gray MitchellRamiro G. Fonseca

Public RelationsRamiro G. Fonseca

Frida VillalobosVicki LunaLucy Reyna

Opening CeremoniesHenry Pastrano

Donna B. Lyttleton

SecurityAdrian Garcia, Harris County Sheriff

Sgt. Yvonne CooperLt. William Sparks

Alan Delaney

Volunteers Frida VillalobosGloria Jackson

EntertainmentJackVelasquez

Sam Houston State University Jazz Ensemble

Corporate and Other Organization VolunteersAdrian Garcia, Harris County Sheriff’s OfficeAmbassadors International Ballet Folklorico

AT&T/HACEMOS CenterPoint Energy

Pizza Patrón EmployeesHarris County Sheriff Deputies

HISD Transportation & StaffHouston Association of Hispanic Media

ProfessionalsHouston Community College

Houston Community College Men of Honor Houston Counseling Association

Jeff Davis Hispanic Alumni AssociationLas Americas Ballet Folklorico

Mariachi Hermosura Juvenil ProfessionalsMilby Hispanic Alumni Association

Shell Oil CompanyState Farm

Texas Southern University Students

Career Panel CoordinatorsAlvarez, Michael

Andrews, EricAndrist, Ph.D., Debra

Aparicio, FabioBabineux, Gena

Bendeck, Ph.D., Yvette M.Cabrera, Patricia

Cantu, JoseCeleita, Jasmine

Clark, JulieCohn, Linda

Contreras, Erica R.De Luna Gonzales, Elma

Elkins, EmilyFerragut, Sr., Jorge

Fraire, JacobGarces, EduardoGarcia, Juan B.

Hergenroeder, MD, Albert C. Johnson, Jr., AlvinJohnston, David Jones, Karen J.Lewis, YolandaLightsy, SpencerMarini, Marcello Martinez, John L.

Martinez, PatMartinez, Rosario

McCorkle, Judge LamarMcLaurin, RodneyMelchor, Margo

Career and Education Day 2011 Planning CommitteesEvent Chair: Ramiro G. Fonseca

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Monciváis-Sánchez, Sybil Moore, ScottMoros, Ana Mules, Julie

Nazarenko, NadiaOgden, Mary C.

Patlin, LindaPerna, Maritza

Rivera,RubyRodriguez, RubenPino, Ph.D., Diana

Prada, ElvisRivas, JoseTapia, Issac

Torrez, EdithTrevino, MickieValdez, Alice

Vasquez,AngelicaVasquez,Jason

A SPECIAL THANKS TO ALL THE VOLUNTEERS WHO HELPED

ORGANIZE THE ADMISSIONS AND FINANCIAL AID PLAZAS(as of 1/27/2011)

Houston Community CollegeBluett, ShanyaFlores, Olivia

Gallegos, LeticiaGonzales, Consuelo

Gonzales, NinaGutierrez, Juanita

Hicks, JalayneHolden, Tye

Kodituwakku, DimansuMoore, Scott

Nguyen, ThietPerez, OscarRojas, Rosa

Siddiqui,SamreenTreviño, Juanita

Rice UniversityMaldonado, Marisela

San Jacinto CollegeAguilar, Norma

Anderle, JenniferBurling, CarrieGarcia, Sergio

Kane, VickiLowry, Joshua

Merino, RobertOliver, Elena

Porter-Amey, DeborahSimpson, Eddie

Townsend, Sonia Wilson, Azure

Texas A & M UniversityBarnes, Lynn

Texas Southern University

TGDickson, Keith Fraire, Jacob

Luna-Torres, Maria Sapp, Richard Smith, Donna

Westrick, Robert

University of Houston

University of Houston DowntownAndrus, AshleyBattle, Corra

Cantu, Jose L., M.S.Comeaux, Monica

Estrada, AliceFell, Jessica

Guervaara, IrisJackson, LaTashaJustice, LaTasha

Martinez, GabrielaRobles, RenaldaRodriguez, Elvira

Sheridan, RobTran, Kim

Ybarra, Cynthia

GENERAL VOLUNTEERS(as of 1/27/2011)

Aguilera, Elsa Alicia, Laura

Andrade, Ericka Araujo-Barrera, Martha

Arcos, Marie Arredondo, Erika Arteaga, Alfonso Barrera, Martha

Career and Education Day 2011 Planning Committees (continued)Event Chair: Ramiro G. Fonseca

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Barron, Paul Benitez, Priscilla

Bobadilla, Stephanie Briones, Eva Broom,Kittin

Brown, CassandraCandano, Yvonne

Caram, Ed. D., DorothyCerritos. Joseline Cervantez, DiegoContreras, Sergio

Covarrubias, MariabelCoyolxauhqui,Fanni

D’Arteaga, Alfoso Davila, Marisol Valero

Decker, ShivaDelaney, JoanDickson, KeithEspinosa, Cesar

Figueroa, Fabiola Fraire, Jacob

Fuentes, Freddy Gale, Vivian

Gallegos, Anna Celia Garay, Ph.D. Reynaldo

Garzon, Sylvana George, Kelly

Gil, Jackie Gilmore, III, John

Gladness, Vaneesha KirkpatrickGodley, Scott

Gomez, DayanaGomez, Jr., Gilbert

Hernandez, AbrahamHernandez, Laura Selene

Hernandez, LisaHerrera, Xavier Hinojosa, Carlos

Izaguirre, Manuela Jasso, Miranda

Jove, Ivins Lathan, Lecia

Lleneras, Mireya Lopez, Alba

Lopez, NormaLuna, Vicki

Madrid, Stephanie Maldonado, Marisela

Maldonado, Sonia

Manzano, Amy Manzano, Emily Manzano, Leslie Martinez, AuroraMartinez,JoaquinMaynard, BrandyMendoza, Emilio

Mintz, Silvia Molina, Susie

Morales, Monica Montemayor, Melissa

Newman, BeverlyOlmedo, Cynthina

Ortiz, Andrew Ortiz, Mimi Perez, Irma Perez, Oscar

Protz, Anna Marie Ramirez, Daniel

Ramos, Ivone Rap, Ruby

Reyes, Abraham Rice, Erika

Rivera, Sonia Rodriguez, Edgar

Ruiz, Luis Ruiz, Ray

Salazar, RosarioSalinas, Jimmy

Sanches, YolandaSalas, Juanel Sapp, Richard Serrano, RocioSilva, SandraSmith, Donna

Sutherland, Shebra Tello, CynthiaTirado, Sinai Togle, Farah

Torres, Isadora Tostado, Martina

Umaña, Katy Uribe, Christina

Valdez, Alice Veliz, Edgar

Ward, DanielleWestrick, Robert

Yasin, Maaria

Career and Education Day 2011 Planning Committees (continued)Event Chair: Ramiro G. Fonseca

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College Planning Calendar for High School SeniorsExpanded version available at www.AdventuresInEducation.org

August o Set up a file to keep the information you receive from and send to colleges. Review the file weekly. o Explore college and scholarship information online. Sign up for a regular electronic newsletter (AIEmail) at aie.org. o Requestadmissions,housing,andscholarshipinformationandapplicationsfromyourtargetcolleges.September o Mark your calendar for college fairs scheduled at your high school or in your community. o Meet with your high school counselor to develop a college admissions plan. oRegisterfortheOctoberorNovemberSATand/orACT,dependingonthetestrequiredbyyour target colleges. Keep in mind that there are prep courses that you can take to help you study for these tests. oInquireaboutadmissionsapplicationfeewaiverstoseeifyouqualify. o Discuss college costs with your parents. October o Create a schedule of admissions, housing, financial aid, and scholarship application deadlines. o Begin admissions and scholarship applications and essays. o Ask about and attend a financial aid program at your high school or in your area. oRequesthighschooltranscriptsandlettersofrecommendation.November o Collect letters of recommendation or ensure that they have been submitted to your target colleges. o Submit admissions applications for early decision/early action programs. December o Complete, photocopy, and submit your admissions and scholarship applications. o Getanyotherfinancialaidformsthatmayberequiredbyyourtargetcolleges.January o Complete taxes early; you will need tax information for the FAFSA. o If you plan on completing the FAFSA electronically, obtain a FAFSA PIN at www.pin.ed.gov. If you are not sure what financial aid form (FAFSA or TASFA) to submit, go to www.collegeforalltexans.com, click on Apply and then For Financial Aid. This information will help you determine the correct form and links you to the TASFA. o Schedulepersonalinterviewsatyourtargetcolleges,ifrequired.February o Complete, photocopy, and submit the paper or electronic FAFSA (www.fafsa.gov) or TASFA. See Appendix A of the TASFA for a list of schools that accept the TASFA. If your school is not in Appendix A you will have to complete the paper FAFSA and send it to the school. o Makesurethatyouhavesubmittedallrequiredfinancialaidformstoyourtargetcolleges. o Watchyourmailore-mailforrequestsorresponsesfromcollegesregardingfinancialaid and admissions. March o Ask your high school counselor about Advanced Placement (AP) exams for college credit. o Reviewyourfilesandfollowuponsubmissionstoandrequestsfromadmissions,housing,and financial aid offices. o Look for a summer job.

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College Planning Calendar for High School Seniors (continued)Expanded version available at www.AdventuresInEducation.org

April o Continue to watch for admissions notifications and financial aid award letters. o Evaluate financial aid awards based on the cost of attendance and other factors at your target colleges. oSignandreturnawardlettersandanyotherrequiredfinancialaidforms. o Plan a college budget. o Make your final enrollment decision by accepting your top admissions offer and submitting theenrollmentdeposit,ifrequested.MostdepositsareduebyMay1,butcheckwithyour selected colleges. o Notify the colleges that you choose not to attend. May o Study for your AP exams and high school finals. o Contact the financial aid office at your selected college to check your status. o Finalize on-campus housing plans if you plan to live in a dorm. o Have your high school guidance office send a final official transcript to your chosen college.June o Complete any remaining financial aid forms. o Plan for college orientation and transportation. o Start a list of everything you will need to take to college. o If you are just now deciding that you want to attend college, it may not be too late for some colleges. Contact the college you are interested in attending to find out what you need to do. o Prelease an apartment if you plan on living off campus. July o Establish a bank account at a bank near your college. o Pay your fall tuition and fee bill and on-campus housing bill or arrange for your financial aid to pay them, if that option is available. o Set up an address/phone book for relatives and friends you want to keep in touch with. Include emergency numbers like doctors and insurance companies.

Congratulations, you’re on your way!

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Be Ready! Get Informed! Get an Education

Helpful Telephone Numbers and Free Web Sites

Texas Financial Aid Information Center (888) 311-8881 (toll free)Bilingual.TheTexasFinancialAidInformationCenterprovidesanswerstoquestionsaboutcollegeandfinancialaid.

College for all Texans www.collegeforalltexans.comOperated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, this site provides information about state grant and loan programs, and offers college planning information to Texas families and students.

Adventures In Education (AIETM) www.AIE.orgBilingual.Adventures In Education provides information to assist parents and students in preparing for and transitioning to post-secondary education. AIE also provides online resources to help students develop criti-cal financial literacy skills as well as research careers (High School/Develop Career Goals/Planning Your Adventure).

TG (800) 845-6267 www.tgslc.org/students/index.cfmTG offers many Spanish language materials and education-related resources.Texas Guaranteed (TG) is a public, nonprofit corporation that administers the Federal Family Education Loan Program (FFELP). This site provides in depth information on Stafford and PLUS Loans.

Compendium of Texas Colleges and Financial Aid Calendar http://www.everychanceevery texan.org/about/scholars/ThisCompendiumcontainsalistofcollegesanduniversitiesintheStateofTexas,admissionrequirements,total expenses for an academic year, financial aid data and related information, helpful hints to the college bound, together with a Calendar of various scholarship deadlines arranged by months.

U.S. Department of Education www.ed.govMany Spanish language materials.The U.S. Department of Education coordinates federal grants, loans, and work-study programs.

Petersons.com - The Education Supersite www.petersons.comThis site helps to connect individuals, educational institutions, and corporations through books, Web sites, online products, and admissions services.

Fastweb www.fastweb.comFastWeb helps students make the decisions that shape their lives: choosing a college, paying for college and finding jobs during and after college.

SRN Express www.srnexpress.comThe Scholarship Resource Network Express database includes student loan forgiveness programs for those who have graduated from college and need alternatives for repayment.

Texas Higher Education Assessment (THEA) – Replaced TASP test www.thea.nesinc.comThe site includes a practice test and study guides to help students prepare for the test.

SAT - College Board Online www.collegeboard.orgThe Board’s site includes valuable information for students, including college planners, information guides, directories, and practice tests for the Scholastic Achievement Test (SAT).

ACT Online www.act.orgACT’s web site includes information on its assessment test for students, as well as other guides and information.

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College Event Questions

Internal Revenue Service (IRS) www.irs.gov/individuals/students/index.htmlMany Spanish language materials.The IRS offers a special section for students, providing detailed information on tax issues related to higher education.Informationincludesdetailsonqualifiedtuitionprograms,theHOPEandLifetimeLearningCredit programs, and other related issues.

Texas Common Application www.applytexas.orgThe Texas Common Application lets you apply for admission to any Texas public university, as well as to participating community and private colleges.

Don’t forget to ask these important questions when talking to college recruiters!Getting Into College

• Whatisyouradmissionspolicy? Do you have a minimum GPA or SAT/ACT score to be admitted? • WhathappensafterIsubmitmyadmissionsapplicationandwhendoyoumakedecisions? • Whatisthestudentpopulationlike? For example, traditional college-age or nontraditional; living on campus or off campus; from local/regional area; male/female ratio. • WhatistheaveragehighschoolGPAoftheenteringfreshmanclass? • Howmanyundergraduatestudentsareonyourcampusandwhatistheaverageclasssize for freshman courses? In general, fewer students there are per class, the more individual attention you may receive. • Onaverage,inhowmanyyearsdoyourstudentsatyourinstitutioncompleteabachelor’s (undergraduate) or associate degree? For example, 4, 5 or 6 years. The longer it takes to graduate, the more an education costs. • Whatisthecostofattendanceatyourcollege? For example, tuition and fees, housing, books, etc.

Paying For College

• DoesyourcollegerequireanyfinancialaidapplicationsorformsinadditiontotheFAFSAorTASFA? • Whatarethefinancialaidapplicationdeadlines? For example, FAFSA and scholarship applications. • Isfinancialaidawardedonafirst-come,first-servedbasis? • Whendoyouinformmeaboutmyfinancialaidandscholarshipoffers? • Whatdoesyourcollegedotohelpmelocateothersourcesoffinancialaidnotassociatedwith your institution? For example, outside scholarships.

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The Texas Financial Aid Information Center (TFAIC) is a free public service available to all Texas students and families. We can help you understand the college admission process and your financial aid options.

One call could help change your family’s future.

We have the answers.

TFAIC is sponsored by TG and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board

TFAIC Customer Assistance service hours are 8 am - 6 pm Monday-Thursday, 8 am - 5 pm Friday.

Whether you are a student looking for college planning tips or a parent researching financial aid options, TG’s Adventures in Education (AIE™) website can help guide you in your search. Using AIE, you can find information, worksheets, and tools to help you:

^ Get organized and prepare for college ^ Learn about college applications, financial aid, and money basics ^ Search thousands of scholarship opportunities

To begin your search, visit: www.AIE.org/HHF.

TG can help.

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